Using 'middle position' adverbs

Hoje vamos dar algumas dicas sobre a colocação de advérbios nas frases. So, we'll explain in English! if you have any questions leave a comment below and we will be happy to try to clarify it.

-The words below are common examples of 'middle position' adverbs.

FREQUENCY- always, usually, normally, often, frequently, sometimes, occasionally, rarely,

seldom, hardly ever, never

TIME -already, just, soon, still, once

DEGREE -almost, nearly, hardly, really

FOCUS -even, just, merely, only, really

OTHER- also, probably, definitely, suddenly

1 Middle position adverbs usually go immediately in front of the main verb:

-I usually have a cold shower in the morning.

-It was so dark that I could hardly see.

-You will always be welcome.

When there is more than one auxiliary verb, these adverbs usually go immediately after the

first one:

-I have often been asked why I chose this career.

-We will soon be taking our examinations.

When the main verb is am/is/are/was/were, these adverbs go immediately after it (NOT in

front of it):

-He was soon fit and well again.

-Fortunately, the shops were still open.

Note:  These rules also apply to all, both and each when these words are used for emphasis:

-These countries each have their own traditions.

-The rooms on the top floor are all being redecorated.

-We are both fond of music.

2 Adverbs such as, sometimes, usually and soon may also go at the beginning or end of a

clause. In these positions they receive more emphasis:

-Don't worry. I'm sure they'll be arriving soon.

-Sometimes the noise keeps us awake at night.

-Usually they come home for lunch.

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 Fonte: Longman Dictionary